Apprentice Site Engineer

As an Apprentice Site Engineer, you will shadow experienced Site Engineers and gain hands-on experience in surveying, setting out, planning, and supporting the delivery of construction projects within the architectural facades sector. This entry level position is designed for individuals eager to develop their engineering knowledge, project coordination abilities, and site management skills while building a career within the construction industry.

Location: Techrete- Various Construction Projects throughout London, UK

About Techrete

Techrete strive to be the field leaders in architectural precast concrete cladding and is constantly motivated to develop new products and technologies and offer a quality, sustainable service to our clients. We are now recruiting for the position of Apprentice Site Engineer to join our construction team at Techrete.

About the Role 

This apprenticeship offers a unique opportunity to learn and grow within a dynamic construction environment, with mentorship and guidance from experienced professionals in the field. The Apprentice Site Engineer will develop technical, problem-solving, and leadership skills which will be essential for a successful career with Techrete.

As an Apprentice Site Engineer, you will shadow experienced Site Engineers and gain hands-on experience in surveying, setting out, planning, and supporting the delivery of construction projects within the architectural facades sector. This entry level position is designed for individuals eager to develop their engineering knowledge, project coordination abilities, and site management skills while building a career within the construction industry.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist senior engineers in the planning and execution of construction projects


• Support the monitoring and reporting of project progress against timelines and budgets


• Participate in on site assessments and inspections to ensure compliance with safety regulations and engineering standards


• Assist in the preparation of technical documentation, including drawings, specifications, and reports


• Collaborate with project teams, subcontractors and suppliers to facilitate project completion


• Contribute to problem solving efforts and propose solutions for construction challenges


• Maintain an organised record of site activities, materials used, and issues encountered


• Learn and utilise construction engineering and management software and tools effectively


• Attend training sessions and workshops as required to enhance skills and knowledge


• Promote and uphold safety policies and procedures to ensure a safe working environment

Skilles and Qualifications:

• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions on construction site environments


• Willingness to adhere to safety protocols and wear personal protective equipment (PPE) as required on-site


• Strong organisational, time management, and multitasking abilities


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively within a team


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); familiarity with construction management software is an advantage


• Basic understanding of construction processes, engineering design software, and safety regulations

Work Schedule:

• Full-time position with the possibility of overtime to meet project deadlines


• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends may be required based on project demands


• Flexibility to work throughout the UK and Ireland if required